Thirteen English Sterling Silver and Silver-plated Stamp Boxes and Applicators

Description:

Thirteen English Sterling Silver and Silver-plated Stamp Boxes and Applicators, late 19th/early 20th century, most Birmingham, various makers and dates, ten sterling silver and formed as books or rectangular boxes, one book-form with sterling hinged cover and colorless glass base with two compartments, lg. 2 5/8, and two silver-plated and book-form; together with an American sterling silver box with reeded body, lg. 7/8 in.; approx. 4.4 total troy oz. weighable silver.
Estimate $400-600

One plain rectangular box with dents and nicks to exterior. All with age-typical wear and rubbing to engraving. All mechanics working.


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